House of Lords 12 Year Old – 1990s Bottling

House of Lords 12 Year Old – 1990s Bottling, 700ml, 40% ABV

A distinctive vintage blended Scotch whisky from the 1990s, House of Lords 12 Year Old represents an earlier generation of traditional Scottish whisky blending.

Produced under the historic William Whiteley name, this expression was matured for a minimum of 12 years before bottling, offering a refined example of the smooth, balanced style associated with established Scotch whisky blends.

William Whiteley has a long history in the Scotch whisky industry and is associated with the heritage of blended whiskies produced for both domestic and international markets.

House of Lords 12 Year Old combines the richness of mature malt whisky with the softer characteristics of grain whisky, creating an approachable and well-rounded drinking experience.

The whisky offers an inviting aromatic profile of honeyed malt, vanilla, dried orchard fruit, gentle oak and delicate spice.

On the palate, layers of caramel, toasted cereal, sweet malt and soft fruit sweetness develop alongside subtle nutty and woody notes.

The finish is mellow and gently warming, with lingering malt sweetness, delicate spice and a touch of oak.

Bottled during the 1990s at 40% ABV in a 700ml format, this discontinued presentation offers an opportunity to explore an older expression of a traditional Scotch whisky blend.

Its period-specific label and packaging distinguish it from contemporary releases, making it particularly interesting to collectors of vintage blended Scotch whisky.

House of Lords 12 Year Old – 1990s Bottling is an appealing addition to collections of historical Scottish blends, offering both whisky heritage and the character of an earlier bottling era.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Honeyed malt, vanilla, toasted cereals, soft caramel and dried orchard fruit, complemented by delicate oak and subtle baking spice.

Palate: Smooth and rounded, with layers of toffee, malt biscuits, sweet grain, ripe apple, toasted nuts and gentle oak spice.

Finish: Medium-length and mellow, with lingering honey sweetness, soft woody notes and a touch of warming spice.